969 Clayton Rd, Cave Springs, AR 72718

4 bedroom, 2 bathroom private home ready for rent. This private home has space around it, on 0.7 of an acre, with a fenced backyard. Rental includes washer, dryer, dishwasher, fridge, oven, dog door, ring camera. Additional storage space includes large walk-in closet in primary bedroom, 2 hallway closets, pantry in kitchen, and attic. 2 car garage plus bonus parking space on the side, and room to park more vehicles in the drive. Located in the desirable Wellington Heights neighborhood with access to community pool, clubhouse, and playground. This home is in the Evening Star/Bentonville school district, right by the bus stop. Near several parks including Mount Hebron, Cave Springs City Park, and JB Hunt parks. Easy driving distance to Pinnacle Heights, Walmart Home Office, Tyson, JB Hunt, and University of Arkansas. This home is also wheelchair accessible with wide doorways. 1. Rent, Security Deposit & Payment Terms Monthly Base Rent: $2,195.00 per month, due on the 1st calendar day of each month. Grace Period & Late Fees: Rent is considered late if not received by 11:50 PM on the 5th of the month. A late fee of $109.75 (5% of monthly rent) will automatically apply on the 6th, plus $10.00 per day thereafter until rent and accumulated late fees are paid in full. Security Deposit: Tenant shall pay a security deposit of $2,195.00 (1 month's rent; compliant with Arkansas A.C.A. 18-16-304 cap of 2 months' rent) prior to move-in. Deposit Return: Landlord shall return the security deposit within 60 days of lease termination and surrender of premises, less any itemized deductions for unpaid rent or damage beyond ordinary wear and tear (A.C.A. 18-16-305). 2. Property Owners Association (POA) Fee & Payment Options Annual POA Fee: Tenant is responsible for the $400.00 annual POA fee. Option A (Lump Sum): Paid upfront in full ($400.00) on or before the Lease Commencement Date. Option B (Monthly Installments): Paid as a $33.33/month surcharge added to the base rent, making total recurring monthly payments $2,228.33. POA Rule Compliance: Tenant agrees to comply with all subdivision covenants, conditions, and restrictions (CC&Rs), including parking, trash container storage, noise restrictions, and pet guidelines. Violations & Fines: Any POA fines or assessments resulting from tenant non-compliance shall be charged directly to the Tenant as Additional Rent and paid within 14 days of written notification. 3. Utilities & Municipal Services Tenant Responsibility: Tenant must transfer all utilities into their name prior to taking possession and maintain uninterrupted service throughout the lease term. Utility Providers (Northwest Arkansas standard): Electricity: Carroll Electric or SWEPCO Water, Sewer & Trash: City Municipal Services Natural Gas / Propane: Black Hills Energy (if applicable) Internet/Cable: AT&T, Cox, or Ozarks Go 4. Lawn Care and General Yard Care: Tenant is responsible for ensuring lawn is mowed in accordance with POA expectations. Tenant is responsible for basic bed weeding, leaf raking outside of mowing cycles, and keeping driveways and sidewalks clear of ice/snow in winter. 5. Winter Freeze Protection (NWA Specific) During freezing temperatures (below 32^\circ\), Tenant agrees to keep the interior thermostat set to a minimum of 60^\circ\and drip exterior wall faucets when temperatures drop below freezing for extended periods.